First Tuesday: The Real Value of Local Food
When: March 3, 2026 at 7pm
Where: Winthrop Barn (Get Directions)
Getting more than what you pay for: the real value of local food.
The choice to buy local food is often rooted in deeply personal values, which can vary significantly from one person to the next. Yet when we delve into the true value of local food, it becomes clear that no matter the motivation, even the smallest purchases can have rippling effects that go far beyond your fridge. Micha Ide, from the Washington State Department of Agriculture's Regional Markets Program, will discuss the many ways buying locally farmed, raised, and produced foods benefits consumers, small businesses, and regional communities all while creating a more resilient food system.
This presentation is free and open to the public. Contact Bridger with any questions.
About Micha
Micha Ide is the small farm direct marketing specialist in the Washington State Department of Agriculture’s Regional Markets Program. She has over a decade of experience working as a farmer and supporting other agricultural producers across Washington. In her current role Micha assists small and midscale farmers and ranchers by connecting them to resources for business development, navigating regulations, facilitating market connections and more.
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